Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland vs Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland
Glenturret
£481
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Smooth Ambler
★ 5.00
£299
| Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland | Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Glenturret | Smooth Ambler |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | America |
| Type | Single Malt | Bourbon |
| ABV | 43.9% | 47.1% |
| Age | 40 yr | 12 yr |
| Price | £481.34 | £299 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Quick verdict
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release is better value at £299 vs £481.
For beginners: Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 12 years)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£481.34 vs £299)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£299 vs £481.34)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Glenturret?
Glenturret 1977 (bottled 2017) (cask 17044) - Malts of Scotland suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Smooth?
Smooth Ambler Old Scout 12 Year Old Bourbon (cask 9484) Single Barrel Release suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Bourbon character.
Tasting notes
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